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Music festivals, egg hunts, wildflowers and more: Activities in Carson City on Sat. April 20
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 9:42pmGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be a bit breezy today with 14 mph winds, partly cloudy skies and a high of 61 degrees. Low will be 39. Easter weekend has officially begun, and on the docket today we have the Underwater Easter Egg Hunt, the Carson Mall Candy Walk, a wildflower walk through King’s Canyon, and more!
Fishing Report: Weather should be cooperative for Opening Day
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 1:04pmHello fellow anglers, opening day fishing season for California is only a week away. But, before we get to your pre-season report. There are rumors that may have fact to them going around.
California is looking into changing fishing seasons on many lakes and streams. Some areas may be open all year round and possibly change restrictions on others. Since Topaz is a bi-state body of water, the opening day ceremony that so many have come to love and look forward to on January 1st of each year may be a thing of the past.
Sierra Nevada Ear, Nose, and Throat and Hearing Aid Center to host Grand Opening April 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 8:38amSierra Nevada Ear, Nose and Throat and Sierra Nevada Hearing Aid Center are opening a new location in Carson City, and will hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on April 24 at 11:30 a.m.
Within the ever-expanding Carson Tahoe Medical Campus, Sierra Nevada ENT and Hearing Aid Center will be joining together under one roof to provide care to residents of Carson City and beyond.
Upcoming Easter egg hunts around Carson City this week
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 1:20pmEaster is this upcoming weekend, which means there will be a lot of small children, colored eggs, pastel colors, bunnies, candy, and festive spirits to be had. But Easter Sunday isn't the only day for egg hunts. Here's a list of upcoming egg-related activities for Carson City residents.
Nevada librarians unite in Carson City to ask Legislature for statewide funding
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 2:40pmLibrarians and library supporters gathered Wednesday at the Nevada Legislature in Carson City to promote the programs instituted with last session’s dollars and advocate for continued funding.
Final season of path construction along State Route 28 at Tahoe begins this month
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 12:10pmCARSON CITY — Final construction of State Route 28 shared use path, water quality and traffic safety improvements will begin April 22 with single lane closures and short-term full road closures south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe. Project completion is anticipated for early July and will be announced prior to opening.
Reno Aces freeze out Isotopes in home opener, 4-2
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 10:20pmCarson City’s new Renown Urgent Care hosts Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, Primary Care Facility to follow
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 1:30pmReno’s Renown Medical Center has branched into the capital city with its new Urgent Care, located at 2814 N. Carson Street next to the Eagle Valley Medical Center.
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the new location Tuesday morning. In addition, according to Mark Beauchamp of Shahren Beauchamp Builders, who were the general contractors on the Urgent Care, a Primary Care Facility will be opening mid-May in South Carson, near Starbucks.
Nevada State Museum event in Carson City celebrates Hawaiian culture
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 9:23amCARSON CITY — For the second consecutive year, the Nevada State Museum will celebrate Hawaiian culture with “Lei Day.”
Ace in hole: Taylor Clarke on mound, Reno opens in Fresno
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 3:12pmThe Reno Aces’ ace pitcher from a year ago gets the start tonight in Fresno in the opening game of the 2019 season. A 27-year-old right-hander, Taylor Clarke led the team in wins with 13 for the Triple-A squad. His competitiveness is his strength.
RISE Dispensaries rallies behind Carson City's Do Drop In, Rural Center for Independent Living
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 11:44amLast month, RISE Dispensaries, a Carson City marijuana dispensary, held a fundraiser and paper goods drive to benefit the Rural Center for Independent Living.
Flat Earth Pizza fundraiser planned for Carson City mom to fight cancer battle
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 4:22pmMy wife Mila is currently battling stage IV breast, bone, and liver cancer. Last January she was given three weeks to live. Completely bedridden for nearly 10 months, the cancer in her bones broke one pelvis and cracked another, and all of the vertebrae in the back compressed and fractured, which the result was losing six inches of height.
Fishing Report: Indian Creek Reservoir and Lake Tahoe currently best bet
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 8:17amHello fellow anglers. Hard to believe that opening day fishing season in California is only four weeks away. One thing we can all plan on is, all the back country lakes and roads will not be open until June or July. The one thing we can count on is the Carson River and a few of the lakes in the Inyo and Mono County area.
Opening day will be on April 27th this year, and with our rain and snow totals, there will be plenty of water everywhere.
Carson City Chamber hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for new ‘My Place’ Hotel
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 10:13amCarson City Chamber hosted a Ground Breaking event today in a prime area on North Carson St. for a new extended stay hotel of the “My Place Hotels” national chain.
Construction is now underway on the city’s newest hotel, which is a family owned business and real American success story.
My Place is excited to invest and participate in Carson City’s community, a spokesperson of the hotels said.
Carson City’s Bus Boy hosts grand opening Thursday at Mills Park
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/28/2019 - 12:39pmCarson City’s newest restaurant-on-wheels, Bus Boy, is holding a grand opening today, Thursday, at Mills Park with a Carson City Chamber event planned from 5 to 7 p.m., and a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled at 5:30 p.m.
They’ll be serving up food from their double decker, 36-foot long, 15-foot tall British icon blue bus throughout the day on Oxoby Loop at Mills Park.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 6:05amHello Carson City, today is Tuesday, March 26, 2019. For those keeping score we're 2 days from opening day of Major League Baseball, 26 days away from Easter, 87 days from summer and 274 days away from Christmas. In the here and now of today, we're looking at cloudy skies and a chance of rain with more unsettled weather into Thursday.
Blake Shelton, Lionel Richie added to summer concert series
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 1:27pmNow there are nine. Blake Shelton and Lionel Richie were added to Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series on Monday.
Hot-hitting infielder Ildemaro Vargas heads back to Reno
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 7:17pmThe Arizona Diamondbacks optioned switch-hitting shortstop/second baseman Ildemaro Vargas and left-handed relief pitcher Marc Rzepczynski to the Triple-A Reno Aces on Sunday.
Senator Square: Unplugged and loving it at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 8:41amCHS celebrated its Second Annual Carson Unplugged event this past week where staff and students were encouraged to unplug from technology and be present in the moment, enjoying more face-to-face interactions and less screen time.
24-hour ride in Carson City cycles in donations of more than $1,000 for Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by Sarah Drinkwine on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 8:09pmIndoor cyclists burned at least 2,000 calories and rode about 50 miles within the first 20 minutes at Life Cycle Elite Spin Studio's 24-hour community ride Friday.
The event was organized by Jill Larson, who coordinated with the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada and the Healthy Habits Program.
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto tours Carson Tahoe Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 9:10amCARSON CITY — Nevada Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto toured the Carson Tahoe Health Mallory Behavioral Crisis Center this past Saturday, March 16.
“The senator sought us out because she was eager to know more about our mental health approaches,” says Christina Sapien, Behavioral Health Services Director. “Essentially, we have a facility for people in mental health and substance use crisis, which is a really innovative model. The Senator wanted to better understand how we’re leading the way in mental health and what our challenges are going forward.”
Douglas Youth Football League 2019 registration this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 4:29pmGARDNERVILLE — The Carson Valley Patriots have now expanded into the Douglas Youth Football League and have announced the dates for their 2019 season in-person registration events. The opening event will be held Saturday, March 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Pizza Factory in Minden.
Applications sought: Carson City Sheriff's Office to host 12-week Citizen's Academy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 9:49amCarson City Sheriff Ken Furlong is opening the doors of the sheriff's office for 12 consecutive Wednesday nights as part of its annual Citizen's Academy, which enables residents to have a better understanding of the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
Senator Square: Carson High School announces teacher of the year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/17/2019 - 8:21amThe CHS teacher of the year is Astronomy, Honors Physics, and head CHS Freshman Football Coach James Bean Jr. Born in Okinawa, Japan where his dad, a Marine, met his mother, Bean moved back to the US when he was 4-years-old.
New Plumas Bank branch in Carson City cuts ribbon on its grand opening
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 10:44amCarson City officials and Chamber of Commerce members celebrated the grand opening of the new Plumas Bank branch Thursday evening at 1101 N. Carson Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell helped bank branch representatives christen the business with a pair of oversized scissors that cut the ribbon.
St. Paddy’s Weekend Events Happening Around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 3:45pmSt. Patrick's Day is a day to celebrate Irish heritage, excellent music, food, and of course, drinks galore. Check out the list for St. Paddy's events and other happenings throughout Carson City this weekend.
Concert Under Stars to feature 3 headliners, venue at Carson City's Eagle Valley Golf Course
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 11:25amFor the first time in 11 years, the Concert Under the Stars will feature three main acts: Poco, Firefall and Pure Prairie League. “I’m thrilled,” said organizer Karen Abowd. “These are the legends of country rock. The community is really excited about this.”
Carson City Mint 150 lecture, programs featured Saturday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 11:14amThe Nevada State Museum continues its months-long celebration leading up to the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Carson City U.S. Branch Mint with lectures and other special events in March.
Recognizing March is also Women’s History Month, the museum is presenting the lecture “Women Workers of the Carson City U.S. Mint,” as its March “Mint150” event. The museum’s curator of history, Bob Nylen, will present the lecture at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 8:59amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Enjoy the sunny skies while you can as a quick-moving weather system will blow in this afternoon into the evening bringing a chance for gusty winds and scattered rain and light snow showers. From Wednesday onward it looks like plenty of sunshine filled days extending into the weekend.
Carson Nugget celebrates 65th anniversary Tuesday with champagne toast, episode 2 of 'Casino Boss'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 10:58amCARSON CITY — The Carson Nugget Casino Hotel celebrates its 65th anniversary with the grand opening of its new restaurant Angelina’s Bistro, a birthday cake and champagne toast, and the premiere of Casino Boss, episode 2 on Tuesday, March 12, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson Street.